USF 1997-98 Undergraduate Catalog - Pages 75 - 76 | Course Descriptions |
Undergraduate concentrations in the Communication Sciences and Disorders are available through the program of Interdisciplinary Social Sciences (ISS). Concentrations in Speech-Language-Hearing Science, American Sign Language, and Educational Interpreter Training lead to the B.A. degree. The undergraduate concentration in Speech-Language-Hearing Science (ISH) provides preprofessional study for Master's level preparation as a Speech-Language Pathologist, Audiologist, or Deaf Educator. The American Sign Language (ISA) concentration focuses on the study of deaf culture through the development of communicative proficiency in ASL and prepares individuals to work with the deaf in a variety of social service agencies. The Educational Interpreter Training (ISI) concentration prepares students to work in educational settings working with students who require assistance with educational skills due to their hearing impairment or deafness. Students interested in these concentrations should contact the department of Communication Sciences and Disorders regarding academic advising. The department also offers the Master's of Science (M.S.) degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Audiology, and Deaf Education, as well as a Ph.D. specialization in Speech, Language, or Hearing Science through the department of Psychology (Experimental Psychology). The department offers a 5-year M.S. course of study combining undergraduate with graduate courses; however, enrollment into this program is currently not available.
A. General Information
All undergraduates seeking enrollment in this concentration must be in good academic standing as undergraduate students at the University of South Florida. Prior to beginning coursework in the junior year in the concentration, most students should complete general academic distribution requirements, successfully pass the CLAST, and have achieved 60 semester hours of coursework. Students with advising concerns relative to their first 60 semester hours are encouraged to meet with undergraduate departmental advisors since required and recommended courses for admission into the ISH or ISA concentration will also meet other university requirements.
B. Prerequisites for Admission
Courses in this category should be completed with a minimum grade of "C."
C. Other Requirements for the ISH Degree (min. 9 cr. hrs.)
D. Speech-Language-Hearing Concentration (ISH) (min. 39 cr. hrs.)
Coursework is sequenced for the ISH concentration in Speech-Language-Hearing Science. All students must complete study in basic knowledge of the communication sciences and in basic knowledge of communication disorders. Upon admission to the concentration, each student will be assigned an advisor to provide guidance in academic planning.
The course of study includes: SPA 3002 (3), SPA 3112 (3), SPA 4222 (3), SPA 3004 (3), SPA 3110 (3) SPA 4363 (3), SPA 3011 (3), SPA 4050 (3), SPA 4562 (3), SPA 3030 (3), SPA 4201 (3), SPA 3101 (3), SPA 4210 (3), SPA 3380 (4) (Recommended)
Students interested in teacher certification in deaf education must complete required education courses in addition to all ISS requirements listed under Sections B and C. Effective July, 1989, the academic requirement for employment in the public school system for Speech-Language Pathologists is the Master's degree.
E. American Sign Language Concentration (ISA) (min. 30 cr. hrs.)
New students are not being admitted to the ISA Major for the 1997/98 year while the curriculum is being restructured.
The ISA concentration seeks to educate students to communicate with the deaf and to apply this knowledge in work settings where knowledge of the deaf culture is essential for the provision of social services. This ISA concentration is not intended to prepare interpreters for the deaf although exceptionally proficient students may qualify as interpreters. This concentration also does not qualify students for admission into the M.S. programs in Speech-Language Pathology or Clinical and RehabilitativeAudiology, or Deaf Education. Those students choosing to become teachers of the deaf must pursue the ISH concentration in Speech-Language-Hearing Science and obtain the M.S. degree in Aural Rehabilitation/Deaf Education.
General admission requirements and recommendations for ISA are identical to the ISH concentration in Speech-Language-Hearing Science. The specific course of study for the ISA concentration also assumes that the student has completed an A.A. degree or its equivalency. Upon admission to the concentration, each student will be assigned an advisor for the purpose of academic planning.
The following courses are included in the major: SPA 3002 (3), SPA 3004 (3), SPA 3030 (3), SPA 3310 (3), SPA 3380 (4), SPA 4332 (3), SPA 4363 (3), SPA 4382 (4), SPA 4383 (4), Other electives (6).
F. Educational Interpreter Training Concentration (ISI)
The ISI concentration seeks to educate students to become educational interpreters for deaf students in the public school system. A program of 42 credit hours is planned for the student majoring in the Educational Interpreter Training Concentration. Course content is distributed across five categories of information and skills necessary for a career in Educational Interpreting:
General education requirements as well as liberal arts exit requirements for ISI are identical to those for ISA and ISH concentrations. The specific course of study for the ISI concentration assumes that the student has completed an A.A. degree in Interpreter Training or its equivalent. Additionally, prerequisites include proficiency in ASL signing and interpreting skills. Upon admission to the concentration, each student will be assigned an advisor for the purpose of academic planning. Interested students should contact the coordinator of the Educational Interpreter Training Program in the Department.
The following courses are included in the major: SPA 3001 (3), SPA 3001L (1), SPA 3003 (3), SPA 3003L (1), SPA 3004 (3), SPA 3028 (3), SPA 4386 (3), SPA 4386L (1), SPA 4387 (3), SPA 4387L (1), SPA 4371 (3), SPA 4503 (4), EDF 3214 (3), EDG 4620 (3), EEX 4070 (2-3), EME 2040 (3), ISS 3010 (3)
A student must receive a "C" grade or better in all courses within the major and those that are required prerequisites. Any student who receives a grade of "D" or lower in more than two USF Communication Sciences and Disorders courses will be automatically barred from continuing as an undergraduate major in ISH, ISA, or ISI. Grade forgiveness may be used for two courses only and may be used only for course work taken in the first year of study. Courses which comprise the second year of the major may not be repeated.
The Honors Program in Communication Sciences and Disorders (ISA, ISH, ISI) provides outstanding undergraduates with advanced, individualized training in their areas of interest as well as additional research training. Admission to the Honors Program requires the student to submit evidence of (1) having completed 70 hours of college level course work with a 3.25 average or better, (2) 9 credit hours within the Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) curriculum with at least a 3.5 average in these courses, and (3) a letter of recommendation from a CSD faculty member. After acceptance to the Honors Program, the student will complete the requirements for the major with a GPA above 3.5 for courses taken within the department and an overall GPA above 3.25. The Honors Student will complete 6 credit hours in advanced level courses that pertain to the major, complete 2 credits in Honors Colloquia and write an Honors Thesis.
Students seeking a minor in American Sign Language (ASL) must complete a minimum of 18 credits:
1. A minor must include these four courses:
2. In addition, a minor must include one of the following:
3. Students transferring credit hours toward a minor in ASL must complete 12 credit hours within the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders regardless of the number of credit hours transferred.
4. A GPA of 2.0 or better must be achieved in minor course work in order for a student to be certified for graduation with a minor in American Sign Language.
Complete the A.A. degree at the community college. Some courses required for the Speech-Language-Hearing (ISH) or ASL (ISA) major may also meet General Education Requirements thereby transferring maximum hours to the university. A minimum of 60 semester hours must be completed at the university unless prior approval is secured.
Students entering the university without an A.A. degree and fewer than 60 semester hours of acceptable credit, must meet the university's entering freshman requirements including ACT and SAT test scores, GPA, and course requirements.
Students who plan to major in ISH and ISA are encouraged to complete the following prerequisites during the program of study at the community college:
I. ANT 2000 Introduction to Anthropology - 3 or PSY 2012 Introduction to Psychology - 3 or SYG 2000 Introduction to Sociology - 3
II. And each of the following:
III. Complete the foreign language requirement
NOTE: Students who select ASL as their foreign language and are seeking a bachelor of arts degree in ASL are required by the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders to complete satisfactorily at least one upper level course in ASL at the University of South Florida or to demonstrate proficiency in ASL.
IV. Admission to the program of study for Educational Interpreters requirement: ability to use ASL at the intermediate level of a standardized ASL competency test such as the Sign Communication Proficiency Index (SCPI) or other equivalent evaluation. It is further recommended that the candidate will have completed a community college interpreter training program curriculum.
There are no State Mandated Common Prerequisites for this degree program.
Please be aware of the immunization, foreign language, and continuous enrollment policies of the university. This is a non-limited access program with the above courses recommended.
Program of Study at a Florida Community/Junior College or SUS School for Students Planning to Transfer to USF (State Mandated Common Prerequisites)
or equivalent work such as:
(or equivalent)
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SPA 3001 INTRODUCTION TO INTERPRETING IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS (3)
PR: Admission to ISI Program. CR: SPA 3001L. This course introduces the overview of the roles and responsibilities of interpreters for the deaf working in public school classes grades K - 12 and the overview of historical and current public school practices in educational interpreting in the U.S. This course is designed for ISI majors but may be elected by non-majors with the approval of the instructor.
SPA 3001L INTRODUCTION TO INTERPRETING IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS LAB (1)
PR: Admission to ISI Program. CR: SPA 3001. The lab assists students in assessing and improving their interpreting and transliterating skills through videotapes of simulated interpreting assignments
SPA 3002 INTRODUCTION TO DISORDERS OF SPEECH AND LANGUAGE -SS (3)
PR: Junior standing and CI. The scope of speech-language pathology as a profession and a field of study. An introduction to speech and language disorders, etiologies, major treatment approaches, and research findings.
SPA 3003 OVERVIEW OF LANGUAGE LEARNING IN DEAF CHILDREN (3)
PR: Admission to ISI Program. CR: SPA 3003L. Overview of language development of deaf children from infancy through young adulthood, including various theories of language development in the deaf and communication/language of the deaf assessment techniques, and interpreting skills relating to learning processes. This course is restricted to majors only.
SPA 3003L OVERVIEW OF LANGUAGE LEARNING IN DEAF CHILDREN LAB (1)
PR: Admission to ISI Program. CR: SPA 3003. An exploration and overview of communication modes and language used in public school settigns by deaf children. Includes a study of how systems overlap and a development of flexibility in using different modes and languages, and the implications for interpreters. This cource in restricted to majors only. This course may be repeated for up to 2 credits.
SPA 3004 INTRODUCTION TO LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT AND DISORDERS (3)
PR: SPA 3002, SPA 3112 or CI. This course introduces theoretical concepts and research findings concerning the normal developmental processes of language learning as a basis for differentiating developmental delay or disorder of language.
SPA 3011 INTRODUCTION TO SPEECH SCIENCE (3)
PR: SPA 3101 and SPA 3112. Concentrated study of the acoustic, physiological and perceptual aspects of sound as related to normal and pathological speech communication. Introduction to instrumentation and measurement procedures.
SPA 3028 INTRODUCTION TO AUDITORY FUNCTIONS (3)
PR: Admission to ISI Program. An overview of hearing science and speech science relating to the educational environment. This course orients the student to the variables extent in oral-aural communication among children who have hearing impairment. It addresses techniques and methods of hearing measurement and amplification of sound as well as the interpreter's role in audiological evaluation and speech language therapy. This course is restricted to majors
SPA 3030 INTRODUCTION TO HEARING SCIENCE (3)
PR: Junior standing and CI. Introduction to the field of hearing including: physics of sound, auditory anatomy and physiology, and psychophysics of hearing.
SPA 3101 ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY OF THE SPEECH AND HEARING MECHANISM (3)
PR: Junior standing and CI. The neurological and anatomical basis of communication disorders. Comparisons of normal and pathological organic structures and their functional dynamics.
SPA 3112 APPLIED PHONETICS IN COMMUNICATION DISORDERS (3)
PR: Junior standing and CI. Introduction to phonetic analysis of normal and disordered speech, including extensive training in transcription using the International Phonetic Alphabet.
SPA 3310 INTRODUCTION TO DISORDERS OF HEARING (3)
PR: SPA 3030 and SPA 3101. The etiology, pathology, and management of disorders of the outer ear, middle ear, inner ear, retrocochlear, and central auditory systems.
SPA 3380 BASIC AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (4)
PR: CI. Introduction to American Sign Language (ASL) as used in the deaf community. General discussion of ASL structure and introduction to various manual communication systems and philosophies. Emphasis on building a basic vocabulary. One hour laboratory course work is included. Open to all majors.
SPA 4000 COMMUNICATION DISORDERS IN THE PUBLIC SCHOOLS (3)
PR: CI. An examination of the speech, language and hearing problems affecting school-age children and the classroom teacher's role in the detection, prevention and amelioration of communication disorders. (Non-major course only).
SPA 4050 INTRODUCTION TO THE CLINICAL PROCESS -XMW (3)
PR: SPA 4930 and SPA 3310. Observation and participation in speech-language pathology and audiology practicum in the University clinical laboratory.
SPA 4201 PHONOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENT AND DISORDERS (3)
PR: SPA 3011. An examination of normal and deviant articulatory acquisition and behavior. Presentation of major theoretical orientations and the therapeutic principles based upon them.
SPA 4210 VOCAL DISORDERS (3)
PR: SPA 3011 and SPA 3310. A comprehensive study of the medical and physical aspects of voice disorders. Primary emphasis is on therapeutic management.
SPA 4222 FLUENCY DISORDERS (3)
PR: SPA 4201. A comprehensive study of disfluent speech behavior. Differential diagnosis, principles of therapeutic intervention, procedures for children and adults will be studied. Major theories and models of the development and origin of stuttering are also presented.
SPA 4331 FUNDAMENTALS OF FINGERSPELLING (2)
PR: CI. A concentrated study of technique in fingerspelling emphasizing clarity and rhythm in expression as well as receptive understanding.
SPA 4332 STRUCTURE OF SIGN LANGUAGE (3)
PR: CI. Semiotic and linguistic consideration of American Sign Language (ASL). Includes aspects of phonology, syntax, semantics, and discourse in ASL.
SPA 4335 SIGN LANGUAGE CODES (3)
PR: CI. A review of the sign systems (SEE I, SEE II, L.O.V.E., and Signed English) used to code messages through the use of sign. The student will have the opportunity to practice one of the sign systems.
SPA 4363 NATURE AND NEEDS OF HEARING IMPAIRED (3)
A study of the effects of auditory disorders upon the organization and expression of behavioral patterns as they relate to motivation, adjustment and personality.
SPA 4371 LEGAL, ETHICAL, AND TECHNICAL ISSUES OF WORKING WITH DEAF (3)
PR: Admission to ISI Program. This course provides the discussion of ethical, technical, procedural, communicative, as well as legal issues and activities that apply to practice of interpreting in educational situations. It focuses on the professionalism and integration of interpreter roles in educational settings. This course is restricted to majors.
SPA 4382 INTERMEDIATE AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (4)
PR: SPA 3380 and CI. A continuation of the basic course which expands the student's signing skills and introduces American Sign Language (ASL) idioms. Provides a greater opportunity for skill development in ASL structure and idiomatic usage. One hour laboratory course work is included.
SPA 4383 ADVANCED AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (4)
PR: SPA 4382 and CI. A continuation of the study of American Sign Language (ASL) at the advanced skill level. Added emphasis on idioms, body language, and facial expression as an integral part of ASL. One hour laboratory course work is included. Open to all majors.
SPA 4383L AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE LABORATORY (1)
PR: CI. Laboratory course designed to offer students added practice with the material presented in the ASL coursework through video and audio tapes.
SPA 4386 INTERPRETING IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS I (3)
PR: Admission to ISI Program. CR: SPA 4386L. This course provides techniques for interpreting instructional/non-instructionsal activities and the development of communication modes and languages used by deaf children. Includes interpreting practices and understanding teaching methods. This course is restricted to majors only
SPA 4386L INTERPRETING IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS I LAB (1)
PR: Admission to ISI Program. CR: SPA 4386. This course provides practical application of interpreting the subjects taught in the public school classes. Discussion includes class goals, instructional style, interpreter roles and ethics, language or mode choice, and analysis of the classroom for accessibility and appropriateness for interpreting. This course is restricted to majors only. May be repeated up to 2 credits.
SPA 4387 INTERPRETING IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS II (3)
PR: SPA 4386, SPA 4386L. CR: SPA 4387L. This course provides advanced techniques for interpreting instructional/non-instructionsal activities and the development of communication modes and languages used by deaf children. Includes interpreting practices and understanding teaching methods. This course is restricted to majors only
SPA 4387L INTERPRETING IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS II LAB (1)
CR: SPA 4387. This course provides advanced assessment of interpreting skills and interpreting integration of targeted school classes and activities. Selection criteria for using a particular sign system, mode, or language will be assessed and discussed in individualized meetings. This course is restricted to majors only
SPA 4503 PRACTICUM: INTERPRETING IN SCHOOLS (4)
This course provides practice sessions in school settings under supervision of an experienced interpreter and course instructor. Each precticum student will shadow an interpreter, and participate in discussion about the overall performance. This course is restricted to majors.
SPA 4562 COUNSELING OF COMMUNICATIVELY HANDICAPPED AND FAMILY (3)
PR: SPA 3011 and SPA 3310. Discussion of role of counseling in the treatment of communication disorders. Based on exploration of theoretical constructs, this course demonstrates application of therapeutic methodologies to reduction of communication handicaps.
SPA 4930 SELECTED TOPICS (3)
PR: CI. Intensive study of topics in Speech-Language Pathology, Audiology, and/or Aural Rehabilitation conducted under the supervision of a faculty member.
SPA 5132 AUDIOLOGY INSTRUMENTATION (2)
PR: CI. Calibration, usage and specific applications of specialized instruments available in dealing with the identification and measurement of hearing disorders.
SPA 5150 ADVANCED SPEECH SCIENCE (3)
PR: SPA 3011 or equivalent. Advanced study of the acoustics, production and perception of normal and disordered speech.
SPA 5150L SPEECH SCIENCE INSTRUMENTATION (2)
PR: Cl or SPA 3011 or equivalent. This course offers experience in the use of speech recording, monitoring and analyzing equipment for the evaluation of normal and disordered voice and speech characteristics.
SPA 5303 ADVANCED HEARING SCIENCE (3)
The study of the physiological acoustics of the auditory periphery; the neuroanatomy and electrophysiology of the central auditory system; and psychoacoustic principles as they relate to clinical audiologic measurement paradigms.
SPA 5312 PERIPHERAL AND CENTRAL AUDITORY TESTS (4)
PR: CI. The study of behavioral and electrophysiologic clinical tests designed to assess the function of the peripheral and the central auditory system. Tests which incorporate nonspeech stimuli and those which utilize speech stimuli will be included.
SPA 5328 AURAL REHABILITATION: ADULTS (3)
This course is designed to provide information about and strategies for aural rehabilitation intervention with hearing-impaired adults. Topics covered include: speechreading, auditory training, hearing and assistive listening devices.
SPA 5403 COMMUNICATION DISORDERS: LANGUAGE (3)
PR: CI. Examination of research and clinical literature presenting major theoretical orientations pertaining to the etiology, evaluations, and treatment of those factors that hinder or interrupt normal language acquisition or function.
SPA 5408 LANGUAGE LEARNING IN THE SCHOOL-AGE YEARS (3)
Metalinguistic and metacognitive development are linked to the interactional demands of classroom and clinical discourse; observational tools are applied to evaluation and intervention planning.
SPA 5506 SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY AND AUDIOLOGY PRACTICUM (1-8)
PR: CI. Participation in speech-language pathology and audiology practicum in the University Communication Disorders Center and selected field settings.
SPA 5552 DIAGNOSTIC PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES (2)
PR: CI. The evaluation, interpretation and reporting of diagnostic tools and their results in the assessment of speech and language disorders.
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